Cast joining Maureen Lipman in Allegra tour revealed

Casting has been announced for the world premiere of Allegra, a new comedy by Peter Quilter, which will tour the UK from 12 May 2026 ahead of a proposed West End run.

Maureen Lipman will lead the cast, with John Middleton, Elizabeth Bower and Bailey Patrick joining the company. The production is directed and choreographed by Stephen Mear.

The show opens at Theatre Royal Brighton during the week of Lipman’s 80th birthday before touring to venues including Wycombe Swan, His Majesty’s Theatre in Aberdeen, Malvern Theatre, Richmond Theatre, Theatre Royal Windsor, Theatre Royal Glasgow and Theatre Royal Bath.

The play follows Allegra, a woman whose sense of joy causes her to burst into song in everyday situations. Her behaviour leads to disruption in the village where she lives.

The creative team includes director and choreographer Stephen Mear, set and costume designer Justin Williams, lighting designer Samuel Biondolillo, sound designer Russell Ditchfield, production management by Setting Line, general management and tour booking by Thomas Hopkins Productions and casting by Rob Kelly.

The production is produced by Thomas Hopkins Productions and SAMS Entertainment.

Further tour dates are to be announced.